Pokus: Structured Timer

Pacing for ME/CFS, ADHD, etc

Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.

Pokus is the interval timer that keeps reminding you until you actually take your break. Set your focus and rest cycles, and Pokus will persistently alert you when it's time to stop — no more pushing through when you should rest. Dismiss a notification? Another one comes. Still going? It keeps reminding you. Pokus stays on your lock screen and Dynamic Island so you can't pretend you didn't see it. PERSISTENT REMINDERS THAT WORK - Alerts repeat until you respond — not just once - Live Activity on your lock screen — always visible - Dynamic Island shows time remaining - Can't dismiss, can't ignore, can't forget ACTIVITY PACING & ENERGY MANAGEMENT - Structure activity and rest to stay within your energy envelope - Prevent post-exertional malaise with timed rest periods - Ideal for ME/CFS, Long COVID, fibromyalgia, and chronic pain - Gentle but persistent — no more boom and bust cycles SCREEN BREAKS & EYE CARE - 20-20-20 rule for eye strain prevention - Ergonomic break reminders for desk workers - Microbreak intervals for long screen sessions BUILT FOR TIME BLINDNESS - Nagging reminders you genuinely cannot ignore - Simple interface — no complex planning, just start - Visual and haptic cues that cut through hyperfocus - Brain fog friendly ALWAYS IN VIEW - Lock screen widget stays visible - Dynamic Island countdown - Apple Watch support - No need to open the app FLEXIBLE INTERVALS - Classic 25/5 or fully custom cycles - Any focus and rest duration you want - Session time limits to prevent overwork - One tap to start your break TRACK YOUR PATTERNS - Visual charts of focus vs rest time - Daily, weekly, monthly insights - See your productivity rhythms - Filter by specific timers SYNCED EVERYWHERE - iCloud sync across devices - Custom timer icons and colors - Unlimited timers - Automatic session history Perfect for: - Anyone with a chronic illness who needs activity pacing - People with ADHD and time blindness - Remote workers who skip breaks - Students in long study sessions - Desk workers needing ergonomic reminders - Anyone who dismisses regular alarms Try free, then unlock unlimited with a one-time purchase.

Ratings & Reviews

  • 5.0
    out of 5
    1 Ratings

Pokus 2.1 — Shortcuts and a smoother Apple Watch. - NEW: Start timers from Shortcuts, Siri, and Spotlight with the Start Timer action - Fewer false "Disconnected" warnings during brief Apple Watch reachability dips - Fixed a duplicate Live Activity that could appear on sessions longer than 8 hours

Version 2.1.0

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    Information

    Seller
    • ALISTER ALAGON PINEDA
    Size
    • 18.4 MB
    Category
    • Productivity
    Compatibility
    Requires iOS 26.1 or later.
    • iPhone
      Requires iOS 26.1 or later.
    • Mac
      Requires macOS 26.1 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
    • Apple Vision
      Requires visionOS 26.1 or later.
    • Apple Watch
      Requires watchOS 26.0 or later.
    Languages
    • English
    Age Rating
    4+
    In-App Purchases
    Yes
    Copyright
    • © 2026 Alister Pineda
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